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It Ain’t Easy Being Sneezy: Peak Allergy Season Hits Indiana
September may mark the beginning of fall, but it's also peak allergy season for many in the Hoosier State. I love fall, from the leaves changing colors to bonfires with friends on a chilly Saturday evening. That said, September comes with a price for some of us. While I’d much rather be shopping for new flannels for the incoming cooler weather, instead I’m stocking up on tissues, nasal spray, and any other allergy medication I can get my hands on. Welcome to the peak allergy season for weed pollen.
Party Time? Illinois Ranked Among America’s Most Fun States Again
What's your idea of fun? Your answer will likely determine whether you agree with a new ranking which claims Illinois is one of the most fun states - again. This interesting study comes from Wallet Hub. They poured an unusual amount of science into what makes a place fun including a staggering 26 different metrics according to their methodology. The two big categories were "Entertainment & Recreation" and "Nightlife". Look at Illinois, the big party headquarters allegedly.
Illinois’ Favorite Fast Food Chain Wins Local Talk Show Title
It's always time to celebrate when Portillo's cake is involved. This week Portillo's took home the honor of 'Stateline's Best Party Food,' on FOX39's Good Day Stateline. When you think party food, what comes to mind? Pasta? Sandwiches? Salads? Cake? Fun drinks? If that's not what you're thinking about... I'm not sure I want to be invited to your party.
‘Some People Are F—ing Weird’: Racist Caitlin Clark Fans Stalk Angel Reese, Send Horrifying Death Threats as Chicago Star’s Fans Race to Her Defense
Angel Reese does not harbor hate for rival WNBA rookie Caitlin Clark despite persistent headlines and social media banter pitting the women against each other. […] ‘Some People Are F—ing Weird’: Racist Caitlin Clark Fans Stalk Angel Reese, Send Horrifying Death Threats as Chicago Star’s Fans Race to Her Defense
Illinois Baby Goes Home After 300 Days in the NICU, With Some Help from Creed
A nine-month-old baby, who has spent his entire life in the hospital, was finally released from a suburban Illinois hospital. In addition to the doctor's, there's also the possibility that a certain song by a certain rock band should be thanked for the boy's against-all-odds recovery. His name is Nathan...
Fire destroys historic U.S. Steel mill building in Joliet
A fire destroyed what was once the main office building of the former U.S. Steel early Saturday morning in Joliet.The Joliet Fire Department said in a release that firefighters responded to 927 Collins at around 3:11 a.m. for a report of a building on fire.ABC7 Chicago is now streaming 24/7. Click here to watchFirefighters found heavy fire coming from all floors and the roof area of the vacant structure, the release said.Flames shot out 15 feet in the air from every window on the second floor, fire officials said,.There were no report of injuries, officials said.The building is believed to be on the National Marker for Historic buildings, the release said.The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
School District With Highest Student Arrest Rate in the Nation Agrees to Reform How It Disciplines Disabled Students
Following a ProPublica-Chicago Tribune investigation, the Garrison School in Illinois will change its disciplinary practices and provide services to those who missed class due to being arrested or sent to a seclusion room.
Violent crimes on rise in Chicago, robberies at 5-year high
(The Center Square) – Crime is up in Chicago despite city-wide efforts – and more than $180 million – to reduce violence through a series of programs. New data shows robbery, aggravated assault and aggravated battery cases across the city are all at five-year highs over the 12 months as the number of violent crimes overall have jumped by 7.2%. Republican state Rep. John Cabello said Chicago's rising crime rate...
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